we victimize ourselves further when we let our fear prevent us from doing what we need to do. - Nedra Glover Tawwab

Fear is not rooted in fact. Fear is rooted in negative thoughts and the story lines in our heads.

The hardest thing about implementing boundaries is accepting that some people won’t like, understand, or agree with yours. Once you grow beyond pleasing others, setting your standards becomes easier. Not being liked by everyone is a small consequence when you consider the overall reward of healthier relationships.

How they treat you is about who they are, not who you are.